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RTI International will host the 2026 Early College Summit on June 9–10, 2026 at the Benton Convention Center in Winston-Salem, NC. This two-day event for early college leaders and program teams will focus on research-based early college and dual enrollment strategies to improve practice and support student success in  rigorous learning environments. The Summit is designed so that veteran and new early college practitioners and college partners can collaborate to learn and share expertise to improve learning and student outcomes.  Join us as we strengthen our capabilities to empower learners for future ready success!
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Tuesday, June 9
 

9:00am EDT

Opening Session & Keynote
Tuesday June 9, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Salem 2 Ballroom

Speakers
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Bernard Boateng

Davidson Early College High School
My name is Bernard Boateng, and I am a First Generation American. I am the son of two immigrants who emigrated from the West African country Ghana. I am a rising freshman at Duke University who is interested in studying and applying Chemistry and Computational Biology to Global Public... Read More →
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Dee Lanier

Lead Learning Experience Designer, Lanier Learning
Lead Experience Designer, Dee Lanier is the author of Demarginalizing Design and co-author of The Promises and Perils of AI in Education. Dee is a passionate and energetic educator and learner with over two decades of instructional experience on the K-12 and collegiate levels. Dee... Read More →
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Dr. De McKenzie

Education Consultant, RTI International
Dr. Demond “De” McKenzie is an expert in education and leadership development with over 20 years of experience. Currently he serves as an education consultant and leadership coach for RTI’s Education Services team, where he leads design and facilitation of professional development... Read More →
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Rachel Hunt

Lieutenant Governor
Lt. Gov. Rachel Hunt has a distinguished record of service in education and public leadership. Prior to her political career, Hunt practiced law and founded a consulting business to assist families with the college application process.She served in the North Carolina House of Representatives... Read More →
2026 ECS Team Time Planning Guide docx
Tuesday June 9, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Salem 2 Ballroom

10:45am EDT

Pour Over and Problem-Solving
Tuesday June 9, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Salem 2 Ballroom
This "Pour Over and Problem-Solving" coffee chat combines hands-on coffee brewing demonstrations with critical dialogue to explore how to thoughtfully integrate technology while prioritizing timeless human values. Attendees will engage in conversation on topics from mindful tech usage to human-centered design, gaining ideas to leverage technology ethically and foster more enriching interpersonal experiences.

Presenters
avatar for Dee Lanier

Dee Lanier

Lead Learning Experience Designer, Lanier Learning, LLC

Speakers
avatar for Dr. De McKenzie

Dr. De McKenzie

Education Consultant, RTI International
Dr. Demond “De” McKenzie is an expert in education and leadership development with over 20 years of experience. Currently he serves as an education consultant and leadership coach for RTI’s Education Services team, where he leads design and facilitation of professional development... Read More →
Tuesday June 9, 2026 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Salem 2 Ballroom
  Leadership

12:00pm EDT

Lunch and Special Greetings
Tuesday June 9, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
Salem 2 Ballroom

Speakers
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Cris Charbonneau

Vice President of Social Impact, Fidelity Investments
Cris Charbonneau leads communications, program strategy, and engagement for the Fidelity Scholars Program, an Invest in My Education (ME)℠ initiative that supports under-resourced students in achieving college completion and career success through scholarships, wraparound resources... Read More →
avatar for Dr. De McKenzie

Dr. De McKenzie

Education Consultant, RTI International
Dr. Demond “De” McKenzie is an expert in education and leadership development with over 20 years of experience. Currently he serves as an education consultant and leadership coach for RTI’s Education Services team, where he leads design and facilitation of professional development... Read More →
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Dr. Jeff Cox

President, NC Community College System

Dr. Jeff Cox is the 11th president of the North Carolina Community College System and a lifelong champion of North Carolina public education.

Prior to leading the System, Dr. Cox served as the President of Wilkes Community College from 2014 to 2023 where he led a fantastic team of faculty and staff that more than doubled the completion rate at the college, raised $20 million to support strategic initiatives, and created... Read More →
2026 ECS Team Time Planning Guide docx
Tuesday June 9, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
Salem 2 Ballroom
 

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